Author: Maureen Callahan
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Jim Rogers, Executive Director, Elmhurst Park District
With over thirty years of experience, Jim Rogers oversees the team that keeps our green spaces so well-manicured and inviting. And with 832 seasonal employees (79... Read more.
Jennifer Veremis, President and CEO of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry
A strong, cohesive network of businesses is the backbone of any community. That strength is shored up by an active chamber of commerce. Current President and CEO... Read more.
Allison Peters Quinn Elmhurst, Art Museum Director & Curator
A vibrant arts scene elevates a vibrant community to the next level. The opportunity to observe, create, and connect to others through art, especially at a museum... Read more.
Scott Levin, Mayor of Elmhurst
A strong community requires solid leadership. That leadership must be headed up by a great mayor. For us, that’s Scott Levin. While Levin grew up in Evanston,... Read more.
Life Under the Golden Arches
JJC Family Restaurants owns and operates 19 area McDonald’s locations By Maureen Callahan “One in eight Americans have worked at McDonald’s. You might see... Read more.
The Friendly Confines
Tales of a Wrigley Field groundskeeper By Maureen Callahan Ever wonder what the Friendly Confines are like long after the fans have left the ballpark? The stadium... Read more.
Staging a Dream
BAMtheatre grew from backyard players to the western suburbs’ premier youth theater By Maureen Callahan It’s not often a childhood dream becomes a reality, or... Read more.
Fishing for Memories
Sergeant Tommy’s Kids introduces children of military and first responders to the outdoors By Maureen Callahan Local heroes are a defining part of the fabric of... Read more.
For the time of your life, get to Greece!
By Maureen Callahan The influence of this nation has reached every corner of the earth. Greece is one of humankind’s oldest and most powerful ancient empires.... Read more.
Dwell at Home with Iconic City Foods
DwellSocial makes all your favorite city cuisine possible again, without the hassle. By Maureen Callahan Our favorite foods can transform any day into a celebration.... Read more.